Corn is a familiar and beloved ingredient. It is a rich source of vitamin C and protein, so regularly consuming it can provide many health benefits, such as reducing the risk of catching a cold, aiding in weight loss, and boosting the body’s immune system.
In addition to traditional dishes like boiled corn, corn milk, corn pudding, and buttered corn, you can also showcase your skills by making salted egg corn using this simple recipe.
1. Ingredients for salted egg corn
– Sweet corn: 2 cobs
– Salted egg yolks: 4 pieces
– Cornstarch
– Cooking wine
2. How to make salted egg corn
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
– After buying sweet corn, remove the outer husk and silk. Then, wash and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
– When removing the salted egg yolks, you can add a few drops of white wine to eliminate any unpleasant odor.
– Next, put the sweet corn and salted egg yolks in a steamer and cook until tender. Then, use a knife or your hands to separate the corn kernels. And for the salted egg yolks, grind them into small pieces and place them in a separate dish.
Step 2: Fry the corn
– Take a small dish, put the separated sweet corn in it, and sprinkle cornstarch over them so that each kernel is coated with a thin layer of starch.
– Place a pan on the stove, add a little cooking oil, and heat it up. To test if the oil is hot enough, you can drop a kernel of corn into it. If you see bubbles forming around the corn, you can add the corn to the pan.
– Put the sweet corn in a small sieve and shake off the excess flour. Then, put the corn into the hot oil and fry them.
– Use a cooking utensil to gently stir and cook the corn until they turn evenly golden and float to the surface.
Step 3: Combine the corn with salted egg yolks
– Take another pan, add a small amount of cooking oil, and then add the salted egg yolks. Stir them over high heat until fully cooked.
– Then, add the fried corn into the pan and stir until the corn kernels are evenly coated with the salted egg yolks. Turn off the heat and transfer the salted egg corn to a plate for serving. Enjoy it while it’s hot.
After being prepared, salted egg corn will have a very attractive yellow color from the sweet corn and salted egg yolks. When eaten, you can experience the sweet and fragrant taste of the corn combined with the salty and creamy flavor of the salted egg yolks. This dish can be served as an appetizer or enjoyed with hot rice.
3. Tips for making salted egg corn
– When choosing corn, you should select cobs with fresh green husks, soft and smooth silks, and unblemished stalks. It is also advisable to choose corn with plump, even, and straight kernels. Additionally, slender and elongated cobs are often tastier.
– Good salted eggs usually have moderately thick egg whites and thin egg yolks. The egg yolks should be slightly sticky and have a beautiful pink color. If you find thin egg yolks, cloudy egg whites, or a foul smell, they may have gone bad and should not be used further.
– If you have time, you can make salted eggs at home to ensure food safety. You can use both duck eggs and chicken eggs as ingredients for making salted eggs.